Apples float in water because they are composed of twenty five percent air.
Why it is true
The cellular structure of the apple contains numerous microscopic air spaces between the cells. This composition makes the average density of the fruit lower than that of water, allowing it to float easily when placed in a liquid.
Source: Scientific American
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